On May 1, 2024, 16-year-old Rodney Thompson was fatally shot in southwest Atlanta. The incident occurred at his home on the 100 block of Judy Lane, off Old Hapeville Road.
According to community leaders and family members, Thompson was a young man with a bright future who had a positive impact on his community. He was described as someone who brought joy, laughter, and unity to those around him. Tekesia Shields, founder of Mothers Against Gang Violence, relayed that Thompson's grandmoth
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